Xinjiang Oriental Express Tourism Train Booking
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New Oriental Express Xinjiang In-Depth Tour:A Moving Observation Deck Across the Tianshan Mountains
🚂 Route Highlights:A Moving ‘Five-Star Observation Hotel’
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary tourist train but a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. The upgraded carriages in 2026 feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, with each carriage equipped with an observation deck, allowing passengers to get off anytime to photograph Gobi sunrises and prairie starry skies. The train passes through three core areas: Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, the Ili River Valley, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, connecting 12 types of landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change hotels, and luggage can remain in the carriage.
The train’s interior facilities meet international luxury train standards:
Guest Room Area:12㎡ Gold Diamond carriage with bathroom, 24-hour hot water, humidifier, and oxygen generator; 8㎡ Blue Diamond carriage is a 4-person compartment with foldable sofa bed design
Dining Area:2 fully transparent observation restaurants serve 88 Xinjiang specialty dishes, with a daily changing menu including non-heritage foods like Hotan roast pigeon and Ili horse sausage
Functional Areas:Includes a bar carriage, KTV entertainment room, and non-heritage culture exhibition area, with evening ethnic instrument performances
🗓 ️7-Day, 6-Night Classic Itinerary (2026 Schedule)
[DAY 1: Assemble in Urumqi]
14:00 Board at Urumqi Station’s exclusive passage, receive custom luggage tag and welcome gift box (including dried fruit pack and sunscreen arm sleeves)
18:30 The train conductor holds a departure ceremony, taste Xinjiang wine and baked buns
20:00 Enjoy the ‘Silk Road Feast’ themed dinner in the panoramic restaurant
[DAY 2: Northern Xinjiang Secrets]
08:00 Arrive in Burqin, transfer to off-road vehicle to explore Kanas Lake
12:30 Enjoy cold-water fish feast at a lakeside cabin
New Oriental Express Xinjiang In-Depth Tour: A Moving Observation Deck Across the Tianshan Mountains15:00 Hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Sleeping Dragon Bay) with a professional photographer
19:00 Return to the train, watch the Gobi sunset from the observation deck
[DAY 3: Ili Flower Sea]
07:30 Train stops at Jinghe Station, transfer to a small train through lavender fields
11:00 Horseback riding experience on the Nalati Grassland (including insurance and helmet)
14:00 Visit local ethnic families, learn to make dried milk curd
18:00 ‘Prairie Night’ themed party on the train
[DAY 4: Crossing the Tianshan Mountains]
All day, the train travels along the northern section of the Duku Highway, viewing seasonal landscape changes through the windows
12:00 Special ‘mobile dining car’ provides a light meal (lamb pilaf + yogurt)
15:00 Train conductor gives a geological knowledge talk
20:00 Stargazing activity (equipped with professional astronomical telescopes)
[DAY 5: Southern Xinjiang Culture]
09:00 Arrive in Kashgar, visit the Id Kah Mosque (follow prompts to enter)
12:30 Food treasure hunt in the old city alleys (50 yuan voucher provided)
🚂Route Highlights: A Moving ‘Five-Star Observation Hotel’15:00 Pottery-making experience in the high-platform residential area
19:00 Night tour of the Grand Bazaar, watch the city-opening ceremony
[DAY 6: Desert Wonders]
08:00 Transfer to desert off-road vehicle into the Taklamakan Desert
11:00 Ride camels across sand dunes, take ‘Lone Smoke in the Desert’ photos
14:00 Desert camp lunch (red willow barbecue + rose jam naan)
16:00 Return to the train, organize travel photos
[DAY 7: Return Trip]
09:00 Train arrives in Urumqi, graduation ceremony held
11:00 Gift of Xinjiang specialty gift pack (including snow chrysanthemum, goji berries, etc.)
12:00 Private car transfer to airport/train station
💰 2026 Price System (Reference Range)
The New Oriental Express adopts a ‘one price includes all itinerary items’ model, with costs covering:
Gold Diamond Carriage:From 18,800 yuan/person (2-person compartment)
Blue Diamond Carriage:From 12,800 yuan/person (4-person compartment)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary tourist train but a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. The upgraded carriages in 2026 feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, with each carriage equipped with an observation deck, allowing passengers to get off anytime to photograph Gobi sunrises and prairie starry skies. The train passes through three core areas: Northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, the Ili River Valley, and Southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, connecting 12 types of landscapes including snow-capped mountains, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change hotels, and luggage can remain in the carriage.Children’s Price (6-12 years old):7,800 yuan/person (no bed)
Cost Includes:
Full train accommodation (including breakfast)
12 main meals (including 3 specialty meals)
First admission tickets and shuttle buses for attractions
Professional guide and photography services
Travel accident insurance (coverage of 500,000 yuan)
Possible Optional Expenses:
Kanas Lake Cruise:120 yuan/person
Nalati Sky Grassland:60 yuan/person
Desert Off-Road Vehicle Upgrade:200 yuan/person
📱 Booking Method
All schedules must be booked through ‘Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’:
Phone Inquiry:180-9596-9599 (Weekdays 9:00-20:00)
WeChat Customer Service:Add 180-9596-9599 and send ‘New Oriental Express’ to get the e-brochure
The train’s interior facilities meet international luxury train standards:Offline Consultation:Contact customer service for specific address
Booking Requirements:
Names + valid ID numbers of all passengers
Special dietary needs (e.g., vegetarian, etc.)
Expected travel date (recommended to book 60 days in advance)
📝 Cost Details and Service Standards
[Cost Includes]
Train Accommodation:Gold Diamond carriage with private bathroom, Blue Diamond carriage with shared bathroom
Dining Service:3 meals daily + afternoon tea, alcoholic beverages at extra cost
Transportation Transfers:All land transportation costs within the itinerary
Guide Service:Chinese-speaking guide + local bilingual interpreter
[Cost Excludes]
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.)
Optional activities outside the itinerary
Round-trip transportation (air/train tickets can be booked on your behalf)
Guest Room Area: 12㎡ Gold Diamond carriage with bathroom, 24-hour hot water, humidifier, and oxygen generator; 8㎡ Blue Diamond carriage is a 4-person compartment with foldable sofa bed designSingle Room Supplement:Gold Diamond carriage: additional 3,800 yuan/person, Blue Diamond carriage: additional 1,800 yuan/person
[Service Standards]
Train attendant to passenger ratio: 1:8
Maximum of 32 passengers per group
24-hour onboard doctor service
Free use of power banks and Wi-Fi on the train
[Special Notes]
Prices may vary by schedule; please confirm with actual consultation and contract
The train is recommended to depart 2 times per month; please confirm availability in advance
In case of force majeure (e.g., extreme weather), the itinerary may change
Passengers over 65 years old must sign a health commitment letter
💡 Travel Tips
Best Seasons:May-June (Ili flower sea), September-October (Kanas autumn scenery)
Dressing Guide:Large temperature difference between day and night; ‘onion-style’ layering recommended
Photography Gear:Bring a 24-70mm zoom lens; sand-proof covers needed for desert sections
Cultural Etiquette:When visiting mosques, wear long pants/skirts; do not touch the Quran
(Full text approx. 1800 words, information updated April 2026, subject to the latest announcement from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, An Yi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
